The Ultimate Pizza Pilgrimage Through Illinois Makes For One Delicious Adventure
Pizza is arguably the best food ever created. Thin crust, thick crust, deep dish, red sauce, white sauce, toppings, and more, no matter how you slice it, there are endless ways to order a pizza. We decided it’s high time to take you all on a pizza pilgrimage through Illinois and discover some of the most delicious pizzerias around.


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6649 Lincoln Ave, Lincolnwood, IL 60712, USA
While there are now several Lou Malnati's Pizzeria locations around the state and beyond, we start off at the original. Located in the Chicago suburb of Lincolnwood, the original Lou Minati's first opened its doors in 1971. Still going strong over 50 years later, you can find some of the best Chicago-style deep dish pizza here. Visit the Lou Malnati's website for more information.
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What better food item to pair with beer than pizza? At Freedom Brothers, you can enjoy 23 craft beers on tap and delicious brick oven pizza. While you can choose your own toppings, you may want to try one of the specialty pies named after a famous rock 'n' roll band. Visit the Freedom Brothers website for more information.


1115 Turkington Terrace, Rochelle, IL 61068, USA
Voted "Rochelle's Best Italian Food," Alfano's delivers in terms of taste and quality. Using a family pizza recipe that's been handed down for generations, you'll love everything from the crust to the sauce to the toppings. Visit the Alfano's website for more information.

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2607 N University St, Peoria, IL 61604, USA
Agatucci's has been in business since 1926, introducing pizza to the area in the late 1940s. This is a popular place for pizza which is cooked with a thin, crispy crust. To learn more, visit Agatucci's website.


211 N Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington, IL 61704, USA
Located in Bloomington, The Original Pinsaria was opened in 2017. Serving Roman-style pizza with a lighter crust and fresh ingredients, you will absolutely love this place. Visit The Original Pinsaria website to learn more.


300 E Laurel St, Springfield, IL 62703, USA
Gabatoni's is a long-standing Italian restaurant and pizzeria that's been around for over 60 years. The classic, thin-crust pizza is made with the freshest, high-quality ingredients around. Visit the Gabatoni's Restaurant website for more information.
Are you ready to take a pizza pilgrimage through Illinois? What is your favorite pizza joint in the state? Tell us all about it in the comments.
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